SculptureChinese8th century

Bodhisattva Standing on a Lotus Base and Holding a Vase and a Fly Wisk

8th century

Classification

Sculpture

Medium

Gilt bronze with settings for ornaments of stone or glass (now lost)

Culture

Chinese

Period

Tang dynasty, 618-907

Century

8th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 12.6 x W. 4.8 cm (4 15/16 x 1 7/8 in.)

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